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Onkyo's TX-NR717 home theater receiver is an outstanding performer. Its THX® Select2 Plus™ badge of certification means it can reproduce riveting, accurate movie sound that'll have you glued to your TV screen. You also get the latest surround sound options, including Dolby® TrueHD and DTS-HD™ Master Audio, two high-resolution formats found on many Blu-ray movies. The 'NR717 uses Onkyo's WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology) and a high-current power supply to deliver dynamic, punchy sound that stays clean even at higher volume levels.

You can also expect amazing video quality with the 'NR717's Marvell Qdeo™ processor. This circuitry is designed to show you all your favorites, new or old, at their best. A total of eight HDMI inputs — including one in front for easy access — let you connect all your high-def equipment. This receiver has two HDMI outputs, so if your home theater has two displays, like a TV and a projector, you can connect both and enjoy the best possible picture. But movies, video games and TV are just the beginning.

Lots of entertainment options

Just plug your iPod® into the front-panel USB port to get the beat started. This connection delivers a digital signal directly to the 'NR717's superior processor so your music sounds awesome. Use the Ethernet port to connect the 'NR717 to your broadband home network, or if you have a wireless network, you can add Onkyo's optional Wi-Fi® adapter. Either way, you'll get easy access to the music files stored on your networked computers. Then dive into thousands of Internet radio stations — so you can enjoy entertainment from every corner of the planet. Your potential playlist just expanded exponentially. Want more? You also gain the ability to stream music from Internet services like Pandora® Internet radio, Spotify®, Sirius/XM® Internet radio, Rhapsody® and more (may require registration and subscription fees).

Lots of flexibility. too

Most home theater setups are 5.1-channel, but the 7.2-channel TX-NR717 offers ways to experience even greater wraparound realism. You can drive a pair of back surround speakers placed in the rear of your room to create greater spatial accuracy: get ready to duck when a mortar round screams overhead and explodes behind you. Or use those channels for "height" speakers, so when the incoming rounds start to fall, you may want to take cover. If your front speakers have dual sets of connectors, you can re-assign these two channels and "bi-amp" the speakers — doubling the power they receive is a great way to get every last ounce of performance from them. Or there's always the convenience of using those surround channels to play music on the deck speakers while the kids continue uninterrupted gaming in the theater room.

Ease of use is built-in

The 'NR717 comes equipped with Audyssey® sound-shaping tools to automatically balance and equalize the sound based on your room's acoustics. Audyssey Dynamic Volume maintains optimum dynamics, so gone are the commercial sponsor's surprise sonic attacks. Onkyo's InstaPrevue™ system lets you see thumbnails of digital video sources on-screen, taking out the guesswork of which HDMI source is plugged into what port. You also get a graphic user interface to make control easy and intuitive with overlays on your TV screen. And you can download a free app to use your iPhone® and Android™ devices as powerful Wi-Fi® system remotes (requires connection to a wireless home network).

Receivers: Your ticket to sensational sound

Your receiver powers your speakers and lets you connect and select your entertainment sources. But a great receiver does a lot more  it ignites your emotions. From the passion of a favorite musical artist, to the crossfire of a super-charged movie soundtrack, to the intensity and immersion of a fast-paced video game, your receiver is the key to experiencing and enjoying it in full.

Product Research

Audio Features

7.2ch AV Receiver: The Onkyo TX-NR717 features a 7-channel
amplifier rated at 110 watts (into 8-ohms, at 20Hz-20kHz, with 0.08%, driving 2
channels) and two mono subwoofer preamp outputs. The 7-channel amplifier can be
configured in four ways.

Front Bi-Amp: The Front High/Zone 3
speaker terminals can be reassigned and used along with the Front terminals
to bi-amp the front speakers, providing improved bass & treble performance.
When bi-amping the front speakers, the receiver is limited to a 5.2ch speaker
system in the main room and you cannot power additional speakers in Zone 2
or 3.

Powered Zone 2: The Front Wide/Zone 2 speaker terminals
can be reassigned to power a pair of speakers in Zone 2. This
configuration restricts the main listening room to 5.2ch surround (no
surround back or Front High/Wide speakers).

Powered Zone 3: The Front High/Zone 3 speaker terminals
can also be reassigned to power a pair of speakers in Zone 3. This
configuration restricts the main listening room to 3.2ch surround (no
surround/surround back or Front High/Wide speakers).

WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology): WRAT is based around
a low negative-feedback circuit topology that works to reduce signal noise and
distortion across the frequency range. A "closed ground-loop circuit" design is
employed, in which each circuit has a separate link to the power supply. This
helps to cancel individual circuit noise and keep the ground potential free of
distortion. High Instantaneous Current Capability (HICC) enables WRAT amplifiers
to immediately cancel the speakers' reflex energy and instantaneously send out
the next signal. The same high current better manages speaker impedance
fluctuations, which can negatively affect performance.

H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply): Under the
anti-resonant cover of any Onkyo receiver, you'll instantly notice the High
Current Power Supply (H.C.P.S.) transformer. With its huge, isolated power
supply design and high-capacity filter capacitors, it delivers the large amounts
of power necessary for reproducing the wide dynamics of movie soundtracks and
the detail and clarity of your music.

Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry: Optimum Gain Volume Control adjusts the
gain so that less than half the amount of attenuation is needed, ensuring the
signal never comes close to the noise floor. This protects the signal against
noise, resulting in a dramatically clearer sound.

Note: Dolby Digital and DTS listening modes can only be
selected if your audio source is connected to the AV receiver via a digital
audio connection (HDMI, optical, or coaxial). To enjoy true 7.1ch Dolby
Digital TrueHD and DTS-HD surround sound, the receiver must be connected to
your Blu-ray player via HDMI.

THX Select 2 Plus Certified: The TX-NR717 AV receiver is
THX Select 2 Plus certified. Founded by George Lucas, THX develops stringent
standards that ensure movies are reproduced in movie theaters and home theaters
just as the director intended. From early design concepts to product rollout,
THX works with its manufacturing partners at each step of product development.
Every detail is meticulously mapped to the THX performance standards. And THX
engineers spend countless hours testing and analyzing each product for sound
quality, usability and interoperability. The result of this collaborative
process is a THX Certified receiver, amplifier or pre-amplifier designed from
the ground-up to present your favorite movies, music, and games in 5.1ch to
7.1ch surround sound loud and clear at studio reference volumes. THX Select 2
Plus is specified for rooms where the screen-to-seat viewing distance is 10-12
feet and the room volume is 3,000 cubic feet or greater.

Audyssey 2EQ Automatic Speaker Setup: With the supplied
speaker setup microphone, Audyssey 2EQ can measure the number of speakers
connected, their sizes, crossover frequencies and distances front he listening
position and calculate the optimal speaker setting for you automatically. The
supplied microphone includes an attached 19.5' cable that plugs into the Setup
Mic input on front of the receiver. There is a threaded insert on the bottom of
the microphone so it can be mounted on a tripod for accurate listening position
placement. Three listening position measurements are taken, one primary and two
secondary, to optimize the surround effect for a broad area. You can also setup
your speaker system manually using the receiver.

Audyssey Dynamic EQ: Audyssey Dynamic EQ solves the problem
of deteriorating sound quality as volume is decreased by taking into account
human perception and room acoustics. Dynamic EQ selects the best possible
frequency response and surround levels moment-by-moment as volume is changed.
The result is bass response, tonal balance and surround impression that remain
constant despite changes in volume. Audyssey Dynamic EQ combines information
from incoming source levels with actual output sound levels in the room, a
prerequisite for delivering a loudness correction solution. Audyssey Dynamic EQ
works in tandem with Audyssey 2EQ to provide well-balanced sound for every
listener at any volume level.

Audyssey Dynamic Volume: Audyssey Dynamic Volume solves the
problem of large variations in volume level between television programs,
commercials, and between the soft and loud passages of movies. Dynamic Volume
looks at the preferred volume setting by t he user and then monitors how the
volume of program material is being perceived by listeners in real time to
decide whether an adjustment is needed. Whenever necessary, Dynamic Volume makes
the necessary rapid or gradual adjustments to maintain the desired playback
volume level while optimizing the dynamic range. Audyssey Dynamic EQ is
integrated in Dynamic Volume so that as the playback volume is adjusted
automatically, the perceived bass response, tonal balance, surround impression,
and dialog clarity remain the same whether watching movies, flipping between
television channels, or changing from stereo to surround sound content.

Dolby Pro Logic II Music Settings: While listening in
the Dolby Pro Logic II Music format, there are three further enhancements
you can adjust: Panorama: (broadens the front stereo image to the surround
speakers to provide a wraparound effect), Dimension (allows you to move the
sound field forward or backward), and Center Width (allows you to adjust
the width of the center channel).

Pro Logic IIz Height Gain: The Height
Gain Control in Dolby Pro Logic IIz enables the listener to select how much
gain is applied to the front high speakers. There are three settings, "Low",
"Mid" and "High",
and the front high speakers are accentuated in that order. While "Mid"
is the default listening setting, the listener may adjust the Height Gain
Control to their personal preference

Center Image: In the Neo:6 Music mode, the Center Image
feature adjusts the output of the left and right channels relative to the center
channel, allowing you to make the center channel more or less dominant as needed.
This improves the image of the center channel, especially when the listener is
off-center. Adjustment varies from 5 (nothing subtracted from the L/R channels)
to 0 (L/R channel output is cut in half).

Listening Angle: While listening in the Theater Dimensional mode you
can adjust the listening angle to either Wide (if listening angle is 40°)
or Narrow (if listening angle is 20°).

Dialog Normalization: Dialog Normalization (DialogNorm) is a feature
of Dolby Digital, which is used to keep the programs at the same average
listening level so the user does not have to change the volume control between
Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, and Dolby TrueHD programs.

Bass & Treble: You can independently adjust the Bass (50Hz)
and Treble (20kHz) of the TX-NR717 from -10 to +10 dB.

CinemaFilter: Using the CinemaFilter you soften overly bright movie
soundtracks. Movie soundtracks are typically mixed for a large theater (relative to your
home theater) with lots of soft seats and thick curtains on the walls. Home theater
settings often lack these high frequency absorbing wall treatments, making the soundtrack
sound too bright. CinemaFilter accounts for this and for many movies sounds more natural
at home.

Music Optimizer: The Music Optimizer function enhances the sound
quality of compressed music files. The Music Optimizer function only works with PCM
digital audio input signals with a sampling rate below 48kHz and analog input signals.

Re-EQ: With the Re-EQ function, you can compensate for harsh
high-frequency content, making it more suitable for listening.

Late Night Feature: The Late Night feature limits the dynamic
range of Dolby Digital recordings. Limiting the dynamic range makes it easier to
find a volume that ensures the quiet sounds are not too quiet and the loud sounds
are not too loud for night time listening. This allows you to comfortably listen
to without the need to constantly adjust the volume to keep from waking family/neighbors.
The choices are: Off, Low, and High.

Note: This feature only works
with Dolby Digital Encoded software and the depth
of the feature will vary based on the individual
software package.

IntelliVolume: With IntelliVolume, you can set the
input level for each input (+/-12dB) selector individually. This is useful
if one of your source components is louder or quieter than the others. This
function does not work in Zone 2.

Maximum Volume: Use this feature to set the receiver's
maximum volume level. This feature is useful to avoid turning the volume too
loud by mistake. You can set the Max Volume from 30-79 (max), or Off (disabled).

Power On Volume: Use this feature to set the volume
level when the power is turned on. You can choose between Last (same as the
volume when the unit was turned off), Min (0), or 1-78.

Headphone Level: With this setting, you can specify the
headphone volume (+/-12dB) relative to the main volume. This is useful if
there's a volume difference between your speakers and your headphones.

Assignable Digital Inputs: The Onkyo receiver is equipped
with two optical digital inputs and three coaxial digital inputs. All four digital inputs
are assignable. You can choose auto decoding , PCM, or DTS for the digital audio
inputs. Auto will decode the signal in its original form (Dolby Digital, DTS,
PCM, etc), PCM decodes the signal to 2-channel, while DTS decodes only DTS
formatted sources.

Phono Input: The Onkyo A/V receiver is fitted with a Phono input and ground
terminal for connection of a turntable (MM).

Headphones: When headphones are plugged into the full-size
1/4" jack on the front panel, all the speakers are automatically muted.
When you connect an iPod or iPhone to the USB port on this receiver, no sound
will be output from the headphone jack.

Video Features

HDMI (v1.4): The TX-NR717 has eight HDMI v1.4 inputs (7
rear/1 front). The front jack is fixed as the Aux input, while the six rear
panel jacks are assignable to any of the other inputs. There are two HDMI
monitor outputs; both outputs can be active simultaneously and will pass digital
audio and video. The HDMI inputs will support uncompressed standard or high
definition digital video along with the following audio signals: 2-channel
linear PCM, Multichannel linear PCM, and Bitstream. The receiver's HDMI
circuitry allows the receiver to output an HDMI audio signal from its speaker
outputs, headphone out, and HDMI out so you don't have to run additional analog
or digital cables. The HDMI inputs accept 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p
video
signals. The analog video inputs (composite/component) are converted to HDMI
for transfer to the TV.

Note: The 2 HDMI outputs display the same video signal
and can be used simultaneously.

Marvel Qdeo Video Chip for 4K Upscaling: The Onkyo TX-NR717
utilizes a Marvel Qdeo Video Chip for 4K Upscaling and video processing. The
Marvel Qdeo Video Chip produces quiet and natural video, free from noise and
artifacts. Analog video signals (composite/component) are converted to HDMI and
can be scaled to the resolution set in the menu: Through (no scaling), Auto
(automatically scaled to the highest resolution supported by the display), 480p,
720p, 1080i, 1080p, or 4K.

Front-Panel HDMI (MHL) Port: The front-panel HDMI port is
designed for the connection of select mobile phones and other portable
electronic devices using the new MHL standard. Simply plug your MHL compatible
smartphone into the receiver's front-panel HDMI port using the HDMI cable that
is included with your mobile phone. MHL allows you to display full 1080p video
and still images on your HDTV with up to 7.1 channels of surround sound. By
programming the A/V receiver's supplied remote control with the appropriate
numeric code, you can use it to operate your connected MHL-enabled smartphone.
Your connected smartphone is also recharged upon connection, and no separate
power supply for the device is necessary while connected to the receiver. The
A/V receiver is compatible with Android smartphones from Samsung, HTC, and LG
(must support MHL standard); as of 6/7/2012.

x.v.Color: The AV receiver supports x.v.Color, offering a
wider color range than the current broadcast standard. For the x.v.Color feature
to be useful, the entire video production chain must be compatible
(camera-editing-format-player-display).

Deep Color: The Onkyo receiver also supports Deep Color
which allows the color depth of video signals passing through HDMI to be raised.
The number of colors that could be expressed by 1 pixel was 24 bits (16,777,216
colors) with a standard HDMI jack. However, the number of colors which can be
expressed by 1 pixel is 36 bits with a Deep Color enabled HDMI jack. Since the
gradation of the depth of a color can be expressed more finely with more bits,
continuous color changes can be more smoothly expressed. For the Deep Color
feature to be useful, the entire video production chain must be compatible
(camera-editing-format-player-display).

Note: x.v. Color and Deep Color technology are supported
only when source product, HDMI cable, media and HDTV all support those
features.

HDMI Through: When enabling the HDMI Through function,
regardless of whether the AV receiver is "on" or in "standby" both audio and
video streams from an HDMI input will be output to your television, via the
receiver HDMI monitor output. You can select between 3 HDMI Through functions
modes.

Last: The HDMI Through function is activated on the
input source selected at the time of setting the AV receiver to the
"standby" mode.

ARC (Audio Return Channel): This feature allows audio to be
sent from your compatible HDTV to your receiver through the same HDMI cable
already being used to send audio and video to your HDTV. This eliminates the
need for extra cables connected to your television. The receiver's main HDMI
monitor output supports the ARC function, while the sub HDMI monitor output does
not.

InstaPrevue: InstaPrevue technology provides a live video
thumbnail of the available content on your devices connected to the receiver via
HDMI. As a result, you can preview audio/video streams coming from up to 5 HDMI
inputs previously assigned to input selectors on your HDMI connected TV. Even
with multiple components connected to receiver through HDMI, you can easily
switch between inputs as their previews are displayed on a single screen on your
television. You can even use the InstaPrevue feature for Picture-in-Picture. You
can specify the number of preview thumbnails, as well as their positioning
on-screen.

Note: If no video signal are present, the thumbnails
will be filled in black. With 3D video signals, the image may not be
properly rendered on the preview thumbnails of InstaPrevue.

Auto Lip Sync: The Lip Sync function can automatically
synchronize HDMI audio and video that has gotten out of sync due to the
complex digital video processing being performed by your HDMI-compatible TV.
With HDMI Lip Sync, the audio delay required to synchronize the audio and
video is calculated and applied automatically by the AV receiver.

A/V Sync Control: Occasionally, you may need to manually
adjust the audio/video signals that are not
properly synchronized manually. Typically when using a progressive scanning DVD player. You
can correct this by delaying the audio; options are 0 (no delay) to 800 milliseconds,
in 10 millisecond steps.

Picture Adjust: Using the Picture Adjust feature, you can
adjust the picture quality and reduce any noise appearing on your TV screen.

Network & Tuner Functions

Network-Ready: The Onkyo TX-NR717
A/V receiver is network-ready, which means you can connect it to your home
network with a standard Ethernet cable and enjoy the music files stored on your
computer or media server. If your network is connected to the Internet
(broadband), you can also enjoy Internet radio.

Ethernet Connection (optional WiFi): Connecting the A/V receiver's
Ethernet (RJ-45) port to a 100Base-TX switched
Ethernet network is recommended for best results. Use a shielded CAT-5 Ethernet
cable to connect the receiver to your home network. The TX-NR717 is also
compatible with Onkyo's Wireless LAN Adapter
(580UWF1,
sold separately), for a wireless (WiFi) connection to your home network. The
wireless LAN adapter plugs into the receiver's rear-panel USB port.

Internet Radio: The Onkyo TX-NR717 lets you access various
Internet Radio providers through its Ethernet network connection. The TX-NR717 will
display station name and program-related information, such as - artist name,
song title, and elapsed playing time. You can preset up to 40 of your "favorite"
Internet radio stations for easy recall.

Music Service

Description

vTuner

vTuner offers easy browsing of internet radio
stations and podcasts. vTuner enables access to web-based radio
stations and podcasts via an extremely reliable online database
with a wide variety of content. You can browse content by Genre,
Location, Language, and Favorites.

Pandora

Pandora is a free, personalized Internet
radio service that plays the music you know and helps you
discover music you'll love. You can select Internet radio
stations by Artist, Song, or Genre.

Rhapsody

rhapsody is a streaming music subscription
service (starting a $10 per month) that allows you to play the
full-length songs you choose on demand from a collection of over
10 million songs, without ads and without having to purchase or
download the music.

SiriusXM

SiriusXM Internet
Radio
lets you listen to over 120 channels of
commercial-free music, talk radio, news, sports, and more. The
Onkyo AV receiver includes a free trial of SiriusXM Internet
Radio.

Slacker

Slacker is a free, personalized Internet
radio service that lets you choose the music you want to listen
to. You can choose Internet radio stations by genre, or create
custom station by Artist name or Song title.

Last.FM

Last.fm is a free music recommendation
service that lets you discover new music you like, based on the
music you already listen to. The Last.fm website is filled with
tons of information on artists, albums and tracks; including
more music similar to them, charts, and other statistics.

Spotify

Spotify is a digital music service that gives
you on-demand access to one of the largest music libraries in
the world (over 15 million tracks and counting). Spotify makes
it easier than ever to discover, manage, and share music with
your friends. You can browse music by artist, album, track, or
most popular; create your own music library with customized
playlists; as well as share your music via Facebook, Twitter, or
Windows Messenger.

AUPEO

AUPEO! Personal Radio is a music streaming
service based in Berlin that is available worldwide. With AUPEO!
Personal Radio, you can listen to free music on the web. AUPEO!
lets you play lots of music and choose the playlist based on
your personal taste. The basic concept is based on personal
music DNA, which allows you to 'love' or 'ban' songs. The highly
advanced software then remembers this and adjusts as necessary.
As a result, we offer over 100 compilation genre channels, as
well as thousands of artist channels. Listen to music online
based on your tastes and preferences or use our one-of-a-kind
'Mood Tuner' to fit how you're feeling.

Note: To receive Internet
radio, your Ethernet network must have Internet access. Internet URLs in the
following formats are supported: PLS, M3U, and podcast (RSS). However,
depending on the type of data or audio format used by the Internet radio
station, you may not be able to listen to some stations.

Media Server Playback: You can play back music files stored on
your computer or media server (the TX-NR717 is DLNA certified). Compatible music
file formats include MP3 (8-320 kbps), WMA (5-320 kbps), WMA Lossless (16/24-bit),
WAV (8/16/24-bit), AAC (8-320 kbps), FLAC (8/16/24-bit), Ogg Vorbis (48-500 kbps),
LPCM (8/16/24-bit), Apple Lossless (16/24-bit), DSD, and Dolby TrueHD. Each folder
on the server may contain up to 20,000 music files, and folders may be nested up
to 16 levels deep.

Media Server Requirements: The receiver can play digital
music files stored on a computer or media server. Up to 20,000 folders can be
displayed and folders may be nested up to 16 levels deep. Your computer or
media server must be on the same network as the Onkyo AV receiver. The following
media servers are compatible:

Windows Media Player 11 or 12

Windows Media Connect 2.0

DLNA (ver.1.5)-Compatible Media Server

Note: If the operating system of your personal computer is Windows
7, Windows Media Player 12 is already installed. If the operating
system of your computer is Windows Vista, Windows Media Player 11 is already
installed.

AM/FM Tuner: With the built-in tuner you can enjoy AM and FM
radio stations. You can store your favorite stations as presets for quick
selection. You can store a combination of up to 40 of your favorite FM/AM radio
stations as presets.

PC Input: The AV receiver is equipped with a rear-panel PC
input (15-pin D-sub) which allows you to connect your PC to the AV receiver and
use your HDMI connected television as a computer monitor.

Firmware Updates: Future firmware updates are available from
the Onkyo website through the receiver's Network or USB connection. The tested
TX-NR717 contained firmware version 1020-1100-0000-0000 (as of 6/7/2012). Visit Onkyo's online
Download
Center for the latest firmware
updates.

USB/iPod Connectivity

Dual USB Ports: A USB MSC (Mass Storage Class) memory device
can be connected to the receiver's front-panel or rear-panel USB (type-A) terminal,
allowing you to play music files through the receiver. Your USB MSC device must be
formatted in FAT16 or FAT32. Compatible music file formats include MP3 (8-320 kbps),
WMA (5-320 kbps), WMA Lossless (16/24-bit), WAV (8/16/24-bit), AAC (8-320 kbps),
FLAC (8/16/24-bit), Ogg Vorbis (48-500 kbps), LPCM (8/16/24-bit), Apple Lossless
(16/24-bit), DSD, and Dolby TrueHD. Up to 20,000 folders can be displayed, and
folders may be nested up to 16 levels deep. You can control basic playback functions
of your connected USB device's music from the included remote control, such as -
Folder/File Select, Play/Pause, Stop, Fast Forward/Rewind, Skip (next/previous),
and Repeat/Random. USB portable audio players that can be charged via USB will be
charged when plugged into the AV receiver's USB port; even in standby mode (the
front-panel USB port is rated at 5V/1A, while the rear-panel USB port is rated at
5V/0.5A).

Note: USB hubs and USB devices with hub
functions are not supported. MP3 players containing music
files that are managed with special music software are not
supported.

iPod/iPhone Direct: Using a USB-to iPod-Dock cable plugged
into the front-panel USB port, music can be played directly from an iPod/iPhone,
bypassing the iPod/iPhone's DAC. To view the video content from your
iPod/iPhone, connect it to the receiver's front-panel USB port and composite
video or HDMI input using the official Apple Composite or HDMI AV Cable (sold
separately). Your connected iPod/iPhone is controlled by the receiver's remote,
or you can continue to control your iPod/iPhone from its clickwheel or
touchscreen. Song/artist information and elapsed time are displayed on the
receiver's front-panel display and your connected TV screen (via HDMI only). You
can navigate your iPod/iPhone's music using the on-screen menu and remote
control by Playlist, Artist, Album Genre, Song, or Composer. Video stored on
your iPod/iPhone can be searched by Movie, Music Video, TV Show, Video Podcast,
Rented Movie, or Video iTunesU. You can also shuffle the playback of your
iPod/iPhone's music and view the Now Playing screen. Your iPod/iPhone's battery
will be charged while connected to the receiver. iPod/iPhone compatibility is as
follows (9/24/2013):

iPod/iPhone Model

Generation

Tested Version

Media Type

Control Type

Display Type

Charge

Audio

Video

Remote

iPod/iPhone

Album Art

Artist/Song Text

Track Info

video

5th

1.3

Y

O

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

classic

80GB

1.1.2

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

120GB

2.0.1

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

160GB

2.0.4

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

nano

1st

1.3.1

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

2nd

1.1.3

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

3rd

1.1.3

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

4th

1.0.4

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

5th

1.0.2

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

6th

1.2 PC

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

7th

1.02 PC

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

touch

1st

2.2.1

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

2nd

4.2.1

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

3rd

5.1.1

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

4th

6.1.3

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

5th

7.0

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

iPhone

2G

3.1.3

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

3G

4.2.1

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

3GS

5.1.1

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

4

7.0

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

4S

7.0

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

5

7.0

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

5C

7.0

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

5S

7.0

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

iPad

1

5.1.1

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

2

7.0

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

3

7.0

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

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4

7.0

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

mini

7.0

Y

O

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Note: Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change
functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may
need to reset the unit and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If this
doesn't work, you may need to wait until a newer software update is
available.

Convenience Features

On-Screen GUI (via HDMI): The Onkyo AV receiver offers an
on-screen setup menu (GUI) through its HDMI output. The on-screen display offers
multiple language text, such as - English, French, Spanish, German, and Italian.
If your TV is connected to the composite video or component video monitor
output, you will need to use the AV receiver's front-panel display when changing
settings.

Multi-Zone: The TX-NR717 offers three Zones; a multi-channel
audio/video system in your main listening room (Main Zone), a stereo audio only
system in a second room (Zone 2), and another stereo audio only system in a
third room (Zone 3).

Zone 2: Zone 2 allows playback of a separate analog
source in 2-channel stereo in an additional room of your home. Zone 2
features line-level outputs and speaker outputs. This way, Zone 2 can be
powered by a separate amplifier (keeping 7.2ch playback in your main room)
or by the TX-NR717's built-in amplifier (limiting the main room to 5.2ch). When powering Zone 2 with the receiver's built-in
amplifier, listening modes that require surround back or front high/wide
speakers are unavailable. You cannot power Zone 2 with the receiver's
built-in amplifier, if you are bi-amping your front speakers. The volume of
Zone 2 is controlled from the receiver when using the speaker outputs and
from your add-on integrated amp when using the line-level outputs.

Zone 3: Zone 3 allows playback of a separate analog
source in 2-channel stereo in a third room of your home. Zone 3 features
line-level outputs and speaker outputs. This way, Zone 3 can be powered by a
separate amplifier (keeping 7.2ch playback in your main room) or by the
TX-NR717's built-in amplifier (limiting the main room to 3.2ch). When powering Zone 3 with the receiver's built-in amplifier,
listening modes that require surround/surround back or front high/wide
speakers are unavailable. You cannot power Zone 3 with the receiver's
built-in amplifier, if you are bi-amping your front speakers. The volume of
Zone 3 is controlled from the receiver when using the speaker outputs and
from your add-on integrated amp when using the line-level outputs.

Note: *Compatible Sources -Only Tuner, analog, USB,
and Network audio sources can be sent to Zone 2 or Zone 3. You must
currently be listening to a USB device or Network audio source in the Main
Zone to initially select USB or Network as a source in Zone 2 or Zone 3
(then you can switch the Main Zone to any source you desire). *Incompatible
Sources -You cannot select different AM/FM radio stations or listen
to USB and Network content in separate Zones at the same time.
Optical/coaxial digital and HDMI audio sources are not output to Zone 2 or
3. You cannot output any video signal to Zone 2 or 3.

Whole House Mode: The Whole House Mode is useful when you
want to simply add extra background music to your home party. This mode allows
you to enjoy the same stereo music as the main room in separate rooms (Zone
2/3). The Whole House Mode selects the same input source for Zone 2/3 as the
main room. During the Whole House Mode, stereo playback is automatically
selected for all zones. The Main Zone & Zone 2/3 will play at the same volume
level.

Name Edit: You can enter a custom name for each individual
input selector and radio preset for easy identification. When entered, the
custom name will appear on the display. This function cannot be used for the
Network and USB input selectors.

Display Dimmer: The display brightness has three settings;
Dim, Dimmer, and Normal.

Screen Saver: If there is no video signal on the current input source
and no operation for a specific time, a screen saver automatically comes on. You can set the time
(3min/5min/10min/off) until the screen saver activates itself. Once active, the
screen saver will go off and the screen will return to its previous state if the
AV receiver is operated in any way.

Sleep Timer: From the remote, you can set the unit to automatically
turn off after as much as 90 minutes or as little as 10 minutes; choices are presented in
10 minute increments.

Auto Standby: The AV receiver will automatically go into Standby mode,
if there is no operation for 30 minutes with no audio/video signal input.

Hybrid Standby: The Onkyo TX-NR717 features "Hybrid Standby" mode to
save energy and provide greater levels of convenience. Hybrid Standby Mode
provides "HDMI through" functionality and maintains a local network connection
while the receiver is essentially powered down. This allows the user to watch TV
without turning the whole surround system on. Furthermore, when on Hybrid
Standby, the home theater may be powered up from "cold" using the Remote Apps
for iPod touch/iPhone and Android.

Optional Bluetooth Adapter (sold separately): The Onkyo
UBT-1 Bluetooth USB Adapter (580UBT1, sold separately) lets you wirelessly
stream music from your Bluetooth-enabled smartphone, portable audio player,
tablet, laptop, or PC to the Onkyo A/V receiver. The Onkyo UBT-1 is fitted with
a male USB (type-A) connector which plugs into the Onkyo receiver's USB (type-A)
port. The Onkyo UBT-1 is Bluetooth version 3.0 certified and lets you wirelessly
stream music from many Bluetooth-enabled devices supporting A2DP (Advanced Audio
Distribution Profile). The Onkyo UBT-1 is equipped with apt-X, an audio coding
technology that works within Bluetooth to wirelessly deliver CD-quality audio
from your Bluetooth-enabled device to the Onkyo A/V receiver.

Note: Due to the differences in Bluetooth technology, some
Bluetooth enabled devices may be incompatible, function improperly, or may
not support all features when used with the Onkyo UBT-1.

Remote Control

Multi-brand Remote: The supplied RC-836M wireless remote is
a multi-brand remote. The remote is pre-programmed to operate Onkyo components,
as well as other popular brands of equipment, including Blu-ray/DVD players,
satellite/cable boxes, televisions, and Apple TV. The IR wireless remote
control will operate up to 16' away from the receiver at an angle of
30° left or right of the receiver as long as the remote is within the
line of sight of the TX-NR717.

RI Remote Control Jack: The 1/8" RI remote control jack
allows you to connect this receiver to other compatible Onkyo components.

IR Input: The 3.5mm IR input jack allows you to control
the receiver without line-of-sight access using an optional IR remote
control system and locating the remote sensor in sight.

12 Volt Trigger: The 3.5mm minijack output can be
connected to the 12-volt trigger input on a power amplifier in Zone 2.
When the zone is turned on, a 12-volt trigger signal is output.

Remote Apps for Apple iOS Devices and Android Smartphones: The Onkyo
Remote App 2 for iPod touch/iPhone and Onkyo Remote for Android provide an
alternative way to operate Onkyo network A/V receivers. A simple yet powerful
Graphical User Interface allows the user to control input sources, adjust audio
settings, and control playback across multiple zones in the home, from anywhere
within wireless range.

Remote App For iPod touch/iPhone: The Onkyo Remote App
for iPod touch and iPhone is available as a
free download from the online Apple App Store. The Onkyo Remote App for
iPod touch and iPhone provides an intuitive way to operate the Onkyo AV
receiver via your home network. From your iPod touch/iPhone's touchscreen,
you have the ability to control input sources, adjust audio/video settings,
and enjoy your content seamlessly. The Onkyo Remote App for iPod touch and
iPhone is compatible with the iPod touch/iPhones (running iOS 4.2 or later). The Onkyo AV receiver and iPod
touch/iPhone must be connected to the same network.

Intuitive GUI: The Remote App's graphical user
interface (GUI) lets you see menus for input source, network source, or
radio station, and make your selection accordingly.

Menu Control: Selecting the Home Menu feature on
your iPod touch/iPhone makes the receiver's main menu page appear
overlaid on your home theater display. You can then access a variety of
menus that let you adjust settings on the connected Onkyo receiver.

Audio/Video Information: Your iPod touch/iPhone
offers a variety of useful information when you want to know more about
the content playing back through your system. You can quickly check if
your audio content is encoded as stereo or multichannel, for example, or
whether your video content is in standard or high definition.

Remote App for Android: The Onkyo Remote App for
Android is available as a
free download from the online Android Market. Onkyo's Remote App for
Android allows you to wirelessly stream audio stored on your Android phone
to the Onkyo AV receiver over your home network. The app operates over a
wireless LAN connection and enables a range of remote control functions;
such as volume and tone control, as well as input selection. It also lets
you seamlessly browse networked content and navigate menus using the
touchscreen GUI on your Android phone. Onkyo's Remote App for Android is
compatible with Android OS 2.1 or later.

Sleek GUI: The Remote App's graphical user
interface (GUI) makes it extremely east and intuitive to operate. Use
simple menus to choose an input source and one of three different
listening modes; including music, movies, or games. It's also easy to
make a full range of tone and speaker adjustments.

Easy Setup Menu: Selecting the setup menu feature on
your Android phone makes the Onkyo AV receiver's main menu page appear
overlaid on your home theater display. You can then access a variety of
menus that let you adjust settings on the connected Onkyo receiver.

Wireless Music Streaming: Operating over a wireless
local network, the app allows you to stream music stored on your Android
phone to the Onkyo network AV receiver. Music played through the Onkyo
receiver gains far greater power and fidelity. Support for WMA and FLAC
formats depends on the model of Android phone.

Multi-Zone Control: Using the Remote App, you can
control output in separate zones in a multi-room distributed audio
setup. The app lets you choose the playback source for up to 2 zones.

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I'm done with Onkyo

Written By Tim Y, United States on Monday, January 19, 2015

This is my second receiver to fail in 4 years from this company. Never worked correctly out of the box. This product is discontinued now but my disgust lives on. Never will purchase an Onkyo again.

They have set up a special online program to deal with a major failure on this receiver.

Awesome

This receiver is awesome. I've never owned a home theater receiver ever.....Especially liked how easy it is to hook up all my components using HDMI. There sure is enough inputs on the back of this thing. Only needed 1 cable to hook up to TV. I have everything hooked up through the receiver. Love the HDMI through, use it to watch TV through STB/DVR that way the receiver can be in standby mode.

Outstanding

This is an outstanding receiver. Sound quality and clarity are superb. I matched it up with a Samsung 60" LED/3D TV along with a Sony 3D DVD player. Hookup was easy and straight forward. The power rating on it seems accurate as I have it connected to some Klipsch 4.2s and Cerwin Vega D7s for my main speakers. I also like the sub out with a single RCA. This made hooking up my Polk Audio 505 12" powered sub-woofer a breeze. For the remaining surround speakers I use Polk Audio and Definitive Technology Mythos speakers. I would HIGHLY recommend this receiver.

Great Reciever

This an excellent receiver. There are a lot of useful features. It is easy to hook up. The only negative I could say is the dual output HDMI port. The documentation was not real clear on how to set the dual HDMI output to drive two TVs. However, it was easy to figure out. When the second TV is turned on, there a interruption of the signal to HDMI 1. However, it is not bad. I would definitely buy this receiver again.

Pros:The best features for this receiver are the dual HDMI output, pass-through HDMI, and the low distortion rating.

Cons:The momentary interruption of the signal when the second TV is turned on. However, it is not bad...Just a little bit of an annoyance.

Onkyo TX-NX717

I purchased a new Onkyo TX-NX717 to replace a TX-SR 705 that I sold to my brother n law to replace a Sony that quit on him and all the new receivers intimidated him. I had no intention of replacing my 705 considering that I was very happy with it, but my brother n law was desperate so I said yes. I started looking at all of the receivers on the market and and was considering going to another manufacturer. After much deliberation I decided I wanted to stay with Onkyo and I wanted to stay in the same family line as the 705, and settled on the 717. I can say that after having this receiver for a month I am extremely happy with it. Setup and cable placement were very easy and much simpler than the 705. I had also purchased a set of Polk TL-1 Blackstone speakers previously which were very bright driven by the 705, but decided to try them with the 717 since Onkyo had replaced the amp with a new natural sounding amplifier. Subwoofer duty fell to my Infinity PS-410 which I have always been very happy with. The 717 drives the TL-1's beautifully and people think there must be bigger speakers somewhere. I actually did a test where I had the shells of floor standing speakers and put the TL-1 inside and people were commenting on how great the new speakers sounded. The only negative I have, has to do with the wireless USB connector, and no back lit remote. The wireless network adapter will only see networks if you are broadcasting your network name and for security reasons I am not u

Satisfied

Great receiver, better Crutchfield support

Written By JamieM, Harrisonburg, VA on Sunday, December 15, 2013

Bought this receiver to replace my Yamaha that had run out of digital inputs. Setup was relatively easy, the unit even found that one of my speakers wasn't working properly (awesome folks at my Harrisonburg Crutchfield took care of that under warranty), sounds great, has more features than I'll ever use. On-screen menus make navigating the menus relatively easy, assuming you don't mind the poorly designed remote, I've been using it with my Harmony One remote without too many issues

Pros:8 total HDMI inputs, easy setup with included microphone, fantastic Crutchfield service

Cons:Why can no manufacturer figure out how to make an easy-to-use receiver remote?

Onkyo TX-NR717

There is nothing at this price point other than this item which will safely drive a 4 ohm load. Not a concern for most people, however if you are a fan of Magneplaner speakers this purchase is a no-brainer. At 1/2 price you simply can not pass up this deal. After "eating " both a Denon and a Harmon Kardon home theater receiver I finally purchased what I should have gotten in the first place. Driving 5 electrostatic speakers in a home theater set up is no easy task and this receiver handles it effortlessly. The only negative is the manual comes on a cd. Come on Onkyo , kill a tree and give me a paper manual.

ARC Issues

Full featured home theatre receiver. Couldn't get the ARC to work with my TV. Onkyo and Vizio pointed fingers at each other. Read on some AV blogs about issues with other TV manufacturers. In frustration, I replaced this receiver with a Denon receiver at a similar price point. Problem resolved. I really love Onkyo receivers so I am disappointed it wouldn't work for my application. I will have to say that Crutchfield's customer support was outstanding. They worked with me to troubleshoot my issues and gladly replaced my receiver. Both receivers were the lowest price I could find on the internet. Even if I had to pay a little more, I definitely would buy from them. Crutchfield is the gold standard as far as I am concerned.

Excellent sound quality receiver!

I purchased this Onkyo TX-NR717 from Crutchfield last month - to replace my old Onkyo receiver. The surround sound decoding quality is far better than my old receiver. I can hear the big difference while listening to a DVD or Blue Ray Dolby digital & TrueHD sound track disks. The $499 price tag is another Pro.

Onkyo TX-NR717

Setup was straightforward. Nice that you do not have to run the detailed speaker calibration/equalization immediately. Menus and procedures were clear. No issues with auto-detect of the many different audio formats between DVD and BluRay movies. Onkyo service says there isn't a way to use line outs to act as part of a tape loop. If this is accurate it is the only draw-back.

Pros:Great for sound track decoding. Limited as an audio receiver without tape loop.

Onkyo TX-NR717

Great upgrade from my Onkyo 7.1. Wanted the 2 sub outs. Typical Onkyo quality with boatloads of features. Remote "angle of view" is much improved. Same layout on back as my old Onkyo unit. Switching out unit was a snap.

Great Receiver - Great Customer Service

After numerous online chats with the technicians at Crutchfield I decided to select the Onkyo NR-717 receiver. Everything has worked perfectly so far. The setup was a little complex and the manual not very helpful but I was able to get everything to work together. I've actually spent more time tweeking my Logitech 880 remote. The Audyssey EQ setup has significantly improved the balance of the speakers in my living room. I'm very happy with this purchase and with the excellent help from the Crutchfield folks.

Pros:So far I like it all.

Cons:Manual could be better; technical documentation is not a strong point for a lot of companies. This is the only reason I'm giving this system a 4 and not a 5.

Onkyo TX-NR717

This Onkyo NR717 was easy to set up and sounds outstanding. The THX certification makes a world of difference. Great clarity and more than enough power to act as the driving force of my surround sound system.

Best Receiver Yet

I have owned two other Onkyo receivers both very good. The TX-NR717 is the best yet. I cannot believe the sound quality, iit's great. The receiver was very easy to install and worked perfect the first try. I found the on sceen programming fairly easy to follow. I first ran the receiver in 5.1, it was so much better than my last 5.1 receiver. I than added 2 more back surrond sound speakers and playing a 7.1 disc the sound was very realistic. In the past my back surrond speakers seemed to just be there now they are doing so much more sound. So far I really recommend this receiver.

very pleased wiyh purchase

The Onkyo TX-NR717 gives me the great performance that I have come to expect from Onkyo . The Audyssey 2EQ calibration combined with its audio quality gives me a lively well balanced sound, even in a difficult listening environment, ( a converted attic ). Despite the cons mentioned below, which all receivers have some, the pros definitely make for a satisfying listening experience.

Pros:intuitive On Screen Display makes adjustment of audio and video during playback very easy. A simpler three point Audyssey calibration instead of other manufacturer's six point room calibration. All the features of a top of the line AV receiver, at a moderate price. A well balanced sound. No noticeable distortion on high dynamic musical passages- a must for me.

Cons:I would of liked an alphabetical index in the instruction manual. Its size is a little deeper than other manufacture's units, but I did manage to fit it in to the allotted space. I have noticed a peculiar feature where I can not receive audio, ( but can video), when I switch from one HDMI input to another. I usually leave the Onkyo 717 on the setting I want and turn it off and on again, then I get audio. Maybe I am doing something myself which causes this action.

Not for the beginner!

This receiver is not for non tech savvy people. Yes you can hit a button and it will set up the speakers on its own but unless you go deep into the menus you won't realize that the gain (volume) on your sub woofer is set too low or too high and this stereo compensated by turning down or up the decibels. Or that the cross over frequencies do not match what your speakers say they are capable of. My speakers were all set at 50hz but the speakers are only capable of 55hz so I bumped the crossovers up. Also do not let any outside sound interfere when this auto setup is running or you have to rerun it again and again and then make changes anyway. Much of the difficulty comes from burying everything under menus and then giving you lousy directions which do not help make you understand how to set this receiver up. My old JVC let all sounds formats pass through. This one you can set up to play back in what ever format you want. It took me hours to figure out how to set this up. Then I updated my receiver and had to do this all over again. Two weeks later and I am still struggling to get things working. Right now I cannot get my menu button to work so I can't change my login for my SiriusXM internet. It may be a bad remote but two weeks later and it contributes to the confusion. It does sound good but now I need new speakers because they show their age and cost. Just wanted a theater receiver to hear all the new formats and got way more than I needed.

Pros:Works well once the settings are correct. Many options in setup for playback format. Network playback. Pandora. Sirius XM internet radio. Has a turntable input.

Cons:Confusing setup, Many options in setup for playback format which causes confusion. Not for the non tech savvy person. Back panel is cluttered. Needs 3 digital optical ports and 3 digital coax ports. Aux port in front is USB only no line in for say my home kit Sirius XM if I didn't have internet. Expensive. Now TV remote, receiver remote, dvd remote, and cable remote. Will never understand all of the settings.

Sounds Great

Movies sound incredible with the THX setting on this receiver! It sends plenty of power to my polk speakers and music sounds great as well. There are tons of settings so you can really tweak your system to sound exactly the way you want. I found that the Audyssey eq setup does a great job but I needed to change the subwoofer settings as we listen to R&B and prefer more bass than the setup adjusted it to. This is my second NR717 as the first one was so slow to respond that we thought our remote control was bad. We asked Crutchfield for a new remote to try (which we later discovered it wasn't the remote at all, but a slow receiver that was locking up). The remote would work fine after powering on the unit for a few minutes but then the receiver would just get stuck and not respond to anything but powering off. The second receiver works great with no troubles at all. Crutchfield is so awesome! This is my first time having any issue with a product from them and they took care of it immediately. I was surprised to see a huge box on the porch when I thought it would be a replacement remote control that we asked for but I was so glad they had sent the whole system as that was the needed fix for our problem! Awesome job Crutchfield!

Pros:Tons of settings, lots of power, crystal clear sound.

Cons:Remote control is not fun to use when you want to control your cable/sat box, tv, etc. with it. You have to click a button for the device you want to control before you can control it, like every time. Even when you don't have anything else programmed into the remote you still have to click the receiver button before controlling the receiver. A universal remote can fix this minor issue though! Still an awesome receiver.

Onkyo TX-NR717

Over the years, I have grown up with component systems . In the past, my systems have included a receiver (with built in radio tuner), cassette deck, CD player, turntable, and speakers. My current system is still built around a receiver (with built in radio tuner), speakers and inputs (Blu-ray/DVD player, Comcast box, Internet access such as a Netgear, a X-box device and my PC (this was a must). Essentially, the system is the same with the addition of more digital equipment and more input devices. I had looked at a number of receivers (Yamaha, Demon, Marantz, Pioneer, etc.) before selecting the Onkyo TX-TX-NR717. I had also visit many different locations - web site (testimonials and technical information) as well as actually visiting the A/V stores. This selection process became a great learning experience for me. I spoke with many different sales folks who had personal preferences about what I should buy. I spoke with one individual at Crutchfield who was very helpful because he ask "what input devices do you have" , "what are the characteristics of the room (size, wall and floor coverings)" where the system was to be installed and what speakers did I have to install. I installed the system myself with help from Crutchfield's Technical Support group which I found to be most helpful and educational. Once I amassed all the information together, I selected the Onkyo because of ease of use (capabilities of the receiver versus others), capabilities, cost and ascetics.

Pros:At this point, I have found the TX-NR717 to be relatively easy to use, I have successfully connected my I-Pod, I-Pad and I-Phone to the system. I have been able to manipulate the controls with few problems (mostly my problems learning a new system not the receiver). The Onkyo has many options to personalize your system. There is a app that may be downloaded to you I-phone or I-Pad. The receiver distributes the music well to surround sound system. Personally I never had a toy like this.

Cons:Although there is a Quick Reference Start-up Guide, some important pieces of information were not included like the set-.up for
I have a problem with the link between the Comcast/Xfinity cable box and the Onkyo, this has happened twice. I cannot say for sure it was an issue with the Onkyo or the Comcast box. As out culture has grown with PCs, we have become more technically astute but it seems that technology is changing so fast that to understand your system needs requires a technical expert

Review of Onyko tx-nr717

Ordered on Monday and received on Friday. Easy quick setup but could not get surround back speakers to work. I had to read the manual four times before I figured it out. I also had to call your support desk with a couple of questions. I was kind of disappointed that some speakers had to be in zone 2 and 3 with 3 being attached to another amp. My work around this was to set up the 7.1 system in the main area which works very well and set up z2 speakers as front wide. The surround back speakers shuts off when using the front wide speakers but the clarity of the sound is excellent. At present I use Pioneer towers, sony sub and bose speakers for front wide, surround and surround backs. There are plenty jacks for video and other connections.

Pros:Outstanding receiver

Cons:I don't like the z2 and z3 separate speaker setups. The titles of buttons are had to see on the faceplate but I guess you have to use the remote for that.

glad i got this one

I wanted a little more ump from my surround system so i saw this onkyo tx-nr717 on line and took a chance on it. crutchfield sent it almost right away with no shipping fees. the onkyo 717 made a world of difference right off the top. it was easy to setup and i started to hear sounds that i'd never heard before especially in the back channels. after fine tuning it i really started to get down. this system has made a huge difference and even though i'm in my cave my spouse is yelling down the steps, "turn that down some"! i know it must sound good because i've been cranking it hard. good box great price with a ton of connects for all those hd devices. on a budget try this one you'll like it. crutchfield stayed in touch also thanks guys

Pros:nice power low price lot of connect for hd devices pc and mp3 an ethernet. very well rounded foe everything a gadget guy needs. there is always bigger and more powerful but this is real good.

Cons:the lights on the face an dial are a little bright. have to turn it off if you want a dark room at night.

2Nd ONKYO RECEIVER

Everything was easy ,Setup was completed using Quick Start guide then a few days later I did the Audyssey 2EQ auto Speaker setup all worked well. Love the sound lots of power.All the components 1 wire HDMI 1.4 can't get any easier.

Pros:(1)Price. (2) 3D pass thorough Picture and sound are better than advertised. (3)I can play with this forever (4)Enough Adjustments for any taste

Cons:The Remote & no Manual are why I gave it a 4 star. Plan on buying a universal remote.My old Onkyo remote works so far and has back light and learning ability.(705) model. This furnished remote you will need for start up but it was a disappointment

Like the unit but have problems while using menus

This is my first HDMI HT receiver. The price and features are excellent but I have a problem with my screen going blank while in any of the menus. I had it replaced with new one but it still happens. It happens while in menus other than the main menu but it also happened while trying log in to Pandora. I swapped my HDMI cable and I can't imagine it being a problem with the TV. Onkyo said they have never seen this problem. Other than this I liked the unit with its multi zone features. The only feature missing was airplay. I will be returning it for a new Yamaha.

Pros:Excellent price(discounted for model year end) and great features.